ORKLF (Orkla ASA) EV-to-OCF: 12.56 (As of Aug. 10, 2026) — 15% Below Median

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ORKLF Orkla ASA ORKLF
92 GF Score
Price $10.70
GF Value $9.09
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Orkla ASA EV-to-OCF?

Orkla ASA ORKLF +0.47% 92 EV-to-OCF is 12.56 as of Aug. 10, 2026, which is 15% below its 10-year median of 14.82. GuruFocus rates ORKLF with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of $9.09 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,983 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Orkla ASA ranks worse than 63.84% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Orkla ASA's Enterprise Value is $12,267 Mil. Orkla ASA's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $976 Mil. Therefore, Orkla ASA's EV-to-OCF for today is 12.56.

The historical rank and industry rank for Orkla ASA's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:

ORKLF' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.28   Med: 14.82   Max: 24.13
Current: 12.02

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Orkla ASA was 24.13. The lowest was 11.28. And the median was 14.82.

ORKLF's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
63.84% of 1983 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 8.2 vs ORKLF: 12.02

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-08-10), Orkla ASA's stock price is $10.70. Orkla ASA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.141. Therefore, Orkla ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 9.38.


Orkla ASA  (OTCPK:ORKLF) EV-to-OCF Explanation

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Orkla ASA's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=10.70/1.141
=9.38

Orkla ASA's share price for today is $10.70.
Orkla ASA's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1.141.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Orkla ASA EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Orkla ASA EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Orkla ASA's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Orkla ASA EV-to-OCF Chart

Orkla ASA Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
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Orkla ASA Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 14.39 14.38 13.83 13.96 13.89

ORKLF vs KHC, GIS, HRL: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Orkla ASA's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Orkla ASA EV-to-OCF vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Orkla ASA's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Orkla ASA's EV-to-OCF falls into.


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Orkla ASA EV-to-OCF Calculation

Orkla ASA's EV-to-OCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=12266.515/976.394
=12.56

Orkla ASA's current Enterprise Value is $12,267 Mil.
Orkla ASA's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $976 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 12.56 mean?
Orkla ASA (ORKLF) has a EV-to-OCF of 12.56 as of Aug. 10, 2026. This is 15% below median its historical median of 14.82. Over the past decade, Orkla ASA's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 11.28 to 24.13. According to the industry distribution chart, Orkla ASA ranks #1266 out of 1983 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 63.8%.
Is Orkla ASA's EV-to-OCF too high?
Orkla ASA's current EV-to-OCF of 12.56 is 15% below median its 10-year median of 14.82. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.28 to a high of 24.13. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.20. Orkla ASA's value of 12.56 is 53.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Orkla ASA ranks #1266 out of 1983 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Orkla ASA has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Orkla ASA's EV-to-OCF compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Orkla ASA ranks #1266 out of 1983 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Orkla ASA in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.20. Orkla ASA's value of 12.56 is 53.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Orkla ASA's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 11.28 to 24.13 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.82 vs. the industry median of 8.20, Orkla ASA has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 8.20, based on 1,983 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Orkla ASA's current EV-to-OCF of 12.56 is 53.2% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.20 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Orkla ASA's current EV-to-OCF is 12.56, which is 15% below median its own 10-year median of 14.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Orkla ASA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Orkla ASA (ORKLF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $9.09, compared to a current price of $10.70 — trading 17.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 12.56, which is 15% below median its 10-year median of 14.82 and 53.2% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 8.20. Orkla ASA's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Orkla ASA (ORKLF), the current EV-to-OCF is 12.56 as of Aug. 10, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Orkla ASA (ORKLF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Orkla ASA stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $10.70 is trading 17.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $9.09. GuruFocus considers Orkla ASA to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ORKLF:

  • EV-to-OCF: 12.56 (15% below median its 10-year median of 14.82)
  • GF Value™: $9.09 vs. price of $10.70 (17.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 53.2% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#1266 of 1983)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ORKLF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Orkla ASA Business Description

Address Drammensveien 149, Oslo, NOR, NO-0277
Orkla ASA is a branded consumer goods company, originally from Norway. Its segments include Orkla Foods, Orkla Food Ingredients, Orkla Snacks, Orkla Health, Orkla India, Orkla Home & Personal Care, The European Pizza, Orkla House Care, Health and Sports Nutrition Group, Pierre Robert Group, and Lilleborg. It generates the majority of its revenue from Norway.
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